Thymus vulgaris 'Silver Posie'
SILVER THYME
Family: Lamiaceae
Pronounced: TY-mus vul-GAR-iss
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Origin:
Garden.
Plant Group:
Subshrub, Herbs.
Hardiness:
Sunset zones: All.
USDA zones: 7-8.
Mature size:
Height: 10 inches (25 cm).
Width: 18 inches (45 cm).
Flowering period:
Summer.
Flowering attributes:
Mauve-pink flowers.
Leaf attributes:
White margined fragrant leaves.
Growth habit:
Cushion forming.
Light:
Full sun.
Soil:
Well-drained, neutral soil.
Feeding:
None needed.
Propagation Methods:
Divide in spring.
Semi ripe cuttings in summer.
Pruning Methods:
Prune hard in spring and lightly after flowering.
Rainy Side Notes
'Silver Posie's foliage remains evergreen even in winter making it a good edging plant for any garden border. I have this growing in front of my heirloom roses bordering a path. Outstanding herb both for cooking as well as an ornamental in the garden.
Photographed in author's garden.
Gardening for the Homebrewer: Grow and Process Plants for Making Beer, Wine, Gruit, Cider, Perry, and More
By co-authors Debbie Teashon (Rainy Side Gardeners) and Wendy Tweton
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